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>>In two brief flashes of a black void, two nomads appear on a ledge overlooking the Trabe Plateau, which lies to the distant east. A harsh wind swirls snow around them, and settles in the elegant beard of the older nomad.
The older nomad says, "One of the soulless guardians has appeared on the Plateau. The winds have said such to me. They whisper that it is related to the stench of darkness that comes from the lands where the sun sets."
"Our mountains will likely protect us. What of the unliving cares for our mountains? Yet several of us have walked the winds to Forfedhdar to help them face this threat. Too well do we remember the days of darkness and the false Kir."
The younger nomad figets and looks nervous.
"What if they do come up here? What will we do then?"
"Do what we have always done - survive."
The story highlights an interesting perspective on the presence of the Y'Shai and even the shard named Dor'na'torna itself.
Nomads have a low regard for the political machinations that others engage in. Many Nomads are not completely at ease with the Nomadic involvement in the Moon Mage guild. This extends into recent memory. Several years ago the Moon Mages attempted to form a "Student Council" with representatives from each sect. If I recall correctly the Nomads were the only sect who refused to appoint a representative to the council. Instead they sent an observer who was forbidden to make any commitments that would be binding on the Nomads.
The presence of the Dor'na'torna shard itself is seen by some Nomads as an unwelcome intrusion of the organized guild. I have always wondered whether the name was selected as a clumsy effort to allow the placement of a shard on the Plateau. The name itself is seen by some Nomads as sacrilege.
Many Nomads undoubtedly see the Y'Shai a symbol of the Moon Mage guild who was sent to protect guild property. By the nature of her position, Cherulisa is tied to the guild more than many of the Nomades. She also has a practical streak that recognizes the prudence of placing a guard on Dor'na'torna. However, it is likely that many among the Nomads are not pleased by the presence of another symbol of the organized Moon Mage guild.
Nomads have a low regard for the political machinations that others engage in. Many Nomads are not completely at ease with the Nomadic involvement in the Moon Mage guild. This extends into recent memory. Several years ago the Moon Mages attempted to form a "Student Council" with representatives from each sect. If I recall correctly the Nomads were the only sect who refused to appoint a representative to the council. Instead they sent an observer who was forbidden to make any commitments that would be binding on the Nomads.
The presence of the Dor'na'torna shard itself is seen by some Nomads as an unwelcome intrusion of the organized guild. I have always wondered whether the name was selected as a clumsy effort to allow the placement of a shard on the Plateau. The name itself is seen by some Nomads as sacrilege.
Many Nomads undoubtedly see the Y'Shai a symbol of the Moon Mage guild who was sent to protect guild property. By the nature of her position, Cherulisa is tied to the guild more than many of the Nomades. She also has a practical streak that recognizes the prudence of placing a guard on Dor'na'torna. However, it is likely that many among the Nomads are not pleased by the presence of another symbol of the organized Moon Mage guild.
This is an ironic point of view considering the banner under which the tribes united in the first place. I'd think the Nomads more than any sect (except possibly Heritage House) would be supportive of a unified guild but it seems that isn't the case after all.
Rev. Reene
"Down there are people who will follow any dragon, worship any god, ignore any inequity...They accept evil not because they say yes, but because they don't say no."
Rev. Reene
"Down there are people who will follow any dragon, worship any god, ignore any inequity...They accept evil not because they say yes, but because they don't say no."
I think its more thatn Nomads respects Harmony and Individuality of traditions via collective identity on a small scale level.
Political machines has always been a Celestian and Tezirite specialty due to the necessities of their history.
"When I grow up, I want to be a soulless monster trapped in a suit of enchanted armor and compelled into violent service for a commercial institution through torturous psychic conditioning." -- Armifer
Political machines has always been a Celestian and Tezirite specialty due to the necessities of their history.
"When I grow up, I want to be a soulless monster trapped in a suit of enchanted armor and compelled into violent service for a commercial institution through torturous psychic conditioning." -- Armifer
>>I think as well that the Nomads might have peace with each other, but its more in a 'well, we'll leave each other alone' fashion.
Keep in mind that Kir Dor'na'torna happened ~1,000 years ago. Most Nomads know who they're descended from and who shot who's great grandpa, as an expression of the veneration of their ancestors, but they've been mingling for a long time.
Antipathy towards guild politics can be traced back to something else. The Shamans are in a unique position of representing not just an organization (such as the Celestians) or a faith (such as the G'nar Pethians), but a small nation. The Moon Mages among the tribes are spiritualists, wise men, and sometimes leaders, but the tribes are composed of a lot of people that have as little to do with the Moon Mage Guild as someone walking down the street in Crossing.
Given their family bonds and isolation, the Shamans on the steppe have a tendency to think of themselves as Nomads first and Moon Mages a distant second. However, there's more than enough of them active in the guild power structure and running around out in the provinces to remain a viable sect.
-Armifer
<Kvlt> Step 1: Want stuff! Step 2: Be ambitious! Step 3: Believe in the ability of your fellow man to carry you to heights you are too incompetent to reach alone.
Keep in mind that Kir Dor'na'torna happened ~1,000 years ago. Most Nomads know who they're descended from and who shot who's great grandpa, as an expression of the veneration of their ancestors, but they've been mingling for a long time.
Antipathy towards guild politics can be traced back to something else. The Shamans are in a unique position of representing not just an organization (such as the Celestians) or a faith (such as the G'nar Pethians), but a small nation. The Moon Mages among the tribes are spiritualists, wise men, and sometimes leaders, but the tribes are composed of a lot of people that have as little to do with the Moon Mage Guild as someone walking down the street in Crossing.
Given their family bonds and isolation, the Shamans on the steppe have a tendency to think of themselves as Nomads first and Moon Mages a distant second. However, there's more than enough of them active in the guild power structure and running around out in the provinces to remain a viable sect.
-Armifer
<Kvlt> Step 1: Want stuff! Step 2: Be ambitious! Step 3: Believe in the ability of your fellow man to carry you to heights you are too incompetent to reach alone.
For parts 1 and 2, check earlier in the forums or here:
http://www.elanthipedia.com/wiki/User:Hithrael/Tales
Angry voices are heard as a line of torches wend their up towards the Spire upon the Plateau. As the voices become louder, an aged but vibrant lady steps from the Spire. Her gaze is cold as as starless night as representatives from the Tribes crest the top of the hill. A frown furrows her brow as the wind carries the words to her, words of frustration, anger and hatred. Unlike the last time, when the voices were youthful, she now hears older and wiser voices in the crowd.
<<She said the soulless one would be gone!
<<It would only be here until the necromancer's threat had passed!
<<Why do these shamans keep thinking they rule our lives?
One hand idly rubs the ivory and copper carving on her wrist as the representatives come closer, their faces finally visible. Nodding as she recognizes faces from the remaining Tribes, including those who are leaders amongst them but not necessarily magicians, the lady steps to the side and gestures them into the Spire.
Moon Mages who get hit with HULP should indulge in their Survival Secondary side and run away.
-Armifer
http://www.elanthipedia.com/wiki/User:Hithrael/Tales
Angry voices are heard as a line of torches wend their up towards the Spire upon the Plateau. As the voices become louder, an aged but vibrant lady steps from the Spire. Her gaze is cold as as starless night as representatives from the Tribes crest the top of the hill. A frown furrows her brow as the wind carries the words to her, words of frustration, anger and hatred. Unlike the last time, when the voices were youthful, she now hears older and wiser voices in the crowd.
<<She said the soulless one would be gone!
<<It would only be here until the necromancer's threat had passed!
<<Why do these shamans keep thinking they rule our lives?
One hand idly rubs the ivory and copper carving on her wrist as the representatives come closer, their faces finally visible. Nodding as she recognizes faces from the remaining Tribes, including those who are leaders amongst them but not necessarily magicians, the lady steps to the side and gestures them into the Spire.
Moon Mages who get hit with HULP should indulge in their Survival Secondary side and run away.
-Armifer
